Airports near Dover
LHR・LGW・STN・LTN・BVA
What airports are closest to Dover?
Travelers arriving at Heathrow Airport (LHR) will find themselves 128.64 km from Dover, with the most efficient rail connections reaching the city in approximately 2 hours 6 minutes. London Gatwick Airport (LGW) sits 104.37 km away, and visitors can expect a typical train travel time of 2 hours 8 minutes. For those landing at London Stansted Airport (STN), the distance is 112.33 km, with rail journeys often taking around 2 hours 39 minutes. London Luton Airport (LTN) is also a viable option at 143.28 km, providing quick rail access in about 1 hour 54 minutes on the fastest services. Lastly, Beauvais Tille Airport (BVA) is located 194.42 km away in France, requiring a much longer and more complex transit plan that typically exceeds 3 hours to reach the English coast. Please note that none of these airports are located within Dover itself, meaning all options require significant onward ground transportation. and book hotels in Dover
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Airports near Dover: LHR, LGW, STN, LTN and BVA.
Airports Near Dover: Key Information
Number of airports in Dover
0
Closest airport to the city center
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Distance
104.4 km
Fastest arrival time
1 hour 54 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
London Luton Airport (LTN)
Compare domestic and international airports near Dover.
Heathrow Airport
Distance: 128.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Heathrow Express & Southeastern
Fastest
2 hours 6 minutes - 2 hours 15 minutes
GBP 50-130
Speed
National Express Coach
Cheapest
4 hours 49 minutes - 5 hours
GBP 17-40
Budget
Private Airport Transfer
2 hours 5 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
GBP 135-180
Comfort
London Gatwick Airport
Distance: 104.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Thameslink & Southeastern
Fastest
2 hours 8 minutes - 2 hours 15 minutes
GBP 15-41
Speed
National Express Coach
Cheapest
5 hours - 5 hours 35 minutes
GBP 19-55
Budget
Uber/Private Chauffeur
1 hour 35 minutes - 2 hours
GBP 119-150
Comfort
London Stansted Airport
Distance: 112.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Stansted Express & Southeastern
Fastest
2 hours 39 minutes - 3 hours
GBP 55-130
Speed
National Express Coach
Cheapest
4 hours 15 minutes - 4 hours 54 minutes
GBP 19-110
Budget
Private Taxi Transfer
2 hours 1 minute - 2 hours 20 minutes
GBP 185-250
Comfort
London Luton Airport
Distance: 143.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Thameslink & Southeastern
Fastest
1 hour 54 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
GBP 46-120
Speed
National Express Coach
Cheapest
4 hours 32 minutes - 5 hours 55 minutes
GBP 17-60
Budget
Private Car Transfer
1 hour 58 minutes - 2 hours 20 minutes
GBP 150-200
Comfort
Beauvais Tille Airport
Distance: 194.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Official Aérobus Shuttle
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
EUR 14-18
Balanced
SNCF TER Train
2 hours 40 minutes - 3 hours 20 minutes
EUR 25-40
Comfort
Private Taxi/VTC
1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
EUR 110-140
Comfort
Compare 5 airports near Dover
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Compare 5 airports near Dover
Choosing the right arrival point for Dover depends heavily on your budget, flight origin, and preference for comfort versus cost. London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the closest facility in a neighboring city, offering a balanced mix of train and private transfer options suitable for most international travelers. For those prioritizing sheer speed and cost-efficiency, London Luton Airport (LTN) often provides the fastest rail connections to the Dover coast. If your travel is focused on convenience, Heathrow Airport (LHR) serves as a massive international hub with plentiful premium private transfer services, though it is further removed. London Stansted Airport (STN), while located in a neighboring city, is well-connected for those already in its catchment area but often requires complex transfers for coastal destinations. Finally, Beauvais Tille Airport (BVA) is an international outlier in France; it is only recommended for travelers specifically utilizing low-cost carriers within Europe, as the onward journey to England requires significant additional logistics. Regardless of your choice, we recommend booking private transfers in advance for late arrivals to ensure seamless door-to-door service.
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Hotels near Dover airport
Breakfast
Very Good69 Reviews
Dover|0.59km from city center
The room is in a good location, and I can see the white cliffs directly from my room
The service is ridiculously bad. I checked my bag in on the first day, and then on the second day I asked the front desk if they could help me check out. They directly said: you are not our guest anymore😅😅😅. It means that I can't check in after checking out. I really think it's ridiculous.
The service of the chain hotels I know is generally beyond expectationsFromUS$123
Great168 Reviews
Dover|0.65km from city center
I used Hilton's a lot on business in the past & Dover lived up to my high expectations. Booked 3 twin rooms for 3 nights for a reunion. Very happy with our stay & will book again. Friendly, attentive staff. Spotlessly clean rooms & bathrooms. Some of the comfiest beds we've slept in. A few issues with (cold) breakfast (resolved) & a great selection. Some of our party enjoyed the sauna. One downside - the single lift is very small & slow creating a bottleneck.FromUS$97
Very Good24 Reviews
Dover|0.33km from city center
The first day was too late. There were no people and cars on the street in the town. It was very warm to enter the house. It was a very retro English family house. The bed in the bedroom was very comfortable. It felt like living at home. I slept well on the first day. The breakfast was very rich. I will choose this next time.FromUS$151
Great30 Reviews
Dover|0.35km from city center
With a stay at Castle Guest House in Dover, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute walk of Dover Museum and Dover Castle. This beach guesthouse is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and 1.2 mi (2 km) from White Cliffs of Dover.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.Stay in one of 4 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.FromUS$134
Family friendly
Very Good114 Reviews
Dover|3.68km from city center
The room is very British style, the carpet is very soft, there is a bathtub, a shower, dry and wet separation, and the room is big enough. The hotel is at the highway intersection, not in the city. High cost performance, highly praised!FromUS$106
Outstanding101 Reviews
Dover|0.3km from city center
I really admire Alex as a hotel practitioner so perfect for taking care of the family hotel! This comment is not to write a simple clean and tidy, good service, good location to express my feelings! I want to say that the layout is very special, very artistic, fully utilized all resources but not crowded, everywhere reflects the high taste and intention of the operator! At the time of the tourism industry has not yet recovered, Alex provides guests with a variety of food and beverage experience. He has great kindness! So this is a highly recommended family hotel! I will come back again!
As a hotel practitioner, I really admire Alex for managing his family hotel so perfectly! This comment is not just about being clean, tidy, good service and good location to express my feelings! What I want to say is that the layout is very unique and artistic, making full use of all resources but not crowded, and reflecting the high taste and careful management of the operator everywhere! Alex's great kindness in providing guests with various food and beverages when the tourism industry has not yet recovered!
So this is a highly recommended family hotel! I will come back again! Thanks Alex!FromUS$174
Great27 Reviews
Dover|0.39km from city center
With a stay at St Martin's Guest House, you'll be centrally located in Dover, within a 5-minute drive of Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and Dover Castle. This guesthouse is 1.3 mi (2 km) from White Cliffs of Dover and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Pencester Gardens.Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a reception hall.Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 6 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.FromUS$145
Very Good56 Reviews
Dover|2.97km from city center
Beautiful pub/Inn in the beautiful village of River. Perfect location just outside Dover with the stunning Kearsney Abbey and Russel Gardens just nearby. Great value, very nice rooms and a great breakfast. 10/10FromUS$139
Very Good56 Reviews
Dover|0.2km from city center
The first time I checked in with a password, due to language problems, communication difficulties, fortunately, there was a local enthusiastic lady to help. Otherwise, it is difficult to stay. After Miss Sister helped to check in, everything was still very smooth.FromUS$35
5 star
Amazing17 Reviews
Dover|0.78km from city center
This is an old couple who runs a hotel located on the hill. They are very kind and treat people very well, especially the breakfast, which is great. Looking at the scenery outside the window, they are enjoying an authentic English breakfast and black tea. . Very good choice in this small town, I will definitely come again next time!FromUS$162
Great16 Reviews
Dover|0.43km from city center
Very easy to find - check in excellent- thank you Joe for a lovely room with a view of the castle - and the location was amazing- nearby shopping and bus terminal - I had a fab stayFromUS$95
0 Reviews
Dover|8.08km from city center
With a stay at this cottage in Dover, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of White Cliffs of Dover and Dover Castle. This cottage is 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from Canterbury Cathedral and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Maize Maze.Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in this individually decorated cottage, which features a kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include an electric kettle and a washing machine.FromUS$1,022
Good33 Reviews
Dover|0.31km from city center
clean
the room has a large space
the bathroom is clean
the bed is comfortableFromUS$54
Great168 Reviews
Dover|0.65km from city center
I used Hilton's a lot on business in the past & Dover lived up to my high expectations. Booked 3 twin rooms for 3 nights for a reunion. Very happy with our stay & will book again. Friendly, attentive staff. Spotlessly clean rooms & bathrooms. Some of the comfiest beds we've slept in. A few issues with (cold) breakfast (resolved) & a great selection. Some of our party enjoyed the sauna. One downside - the single lift is very small & slow creating a bottleneck.FromUS$97
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Dover?
The nearest airport to Dover is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), about 104.4 km away.Heathrow Airport (LHR) (128.6 km), London Stansted Airport (STN) (112.3 km), London Luton Airport (LTN) (143.3 km) and Beauvais Tille Airport (BVA) (194.4 km).
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How long does it take to get from Dover to the airport?
Getting from Dover to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) takes about 2 hours 8 minutes - 2 hours 15 minutes.
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How do I get to Dover?
We recommend flying into London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is approximately 104.4 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Thameslink & Southeastern, reaching downtown in about 2 hours 8 minutes - 2 hours 15 minutes.
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How many airports does Dover have?
Dover has 5 airports: Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and Beauvais Tille Airport (BVA).